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So you wanna be a Recording Artist, Songwriter and Vocalist
Carrie Wilds
Recording Artist, Songwriter, Vocalist
Q. Describe what you do.
A. I’m a powerhouse vocalist that collaborates with electronic music producers. At times I’m just a performer. At other times I’m a writer and performer.
Q. Who are some of the artists/producers you’ve collaborated with?
A. The Crookers, Drop The Lime, CURSES!, Sammy Bananas, AC Slater, Larry Tee, Alexander Technique, Blogula, Supra1
Q. How does the process usually work?
A. I’m finding that the process is never the same. Generally an artist sends me a track electronically with a description of what they want to do or what point in the track they want me to write to. We schedule a time to get together, and in the meantime I put the track on my iPod and listen to it incessantly. Every artist has their own creative process. Some hum out the melody that first pops into their head and then add lyrics that fit. When I write, I take my lyrics very seriously so they’re often the initial inspiration for the feature or song. There are other collaborations for which I’m not needed as a writer, but only as a performer, essentially as a vocal instrument for the producer. I sometimes prefer this type of work because I get the opportunity to simply sing without getting too attached to the lyrics or judging myself based on the writing.
Q. What do you love about what you do?
A. Singing is really cathartic for me. It physically FEELS good to sing. The feeling after a good performance or recording session is similar, for me, to the feeling after a really good cry. It’s a release. I used to do a lot of acting and I feel like a singing career is much better suited to me because it’s so creative! Plus it’s really thrilling to hear yourself in a club over a huge system.
Q. Any downsides?
A. There are a lot of projects I’ve worked on that never see the light of day. I have to remind myself not to take it personally. Sometimes an artist changes their mind and has different ideas for that particular track, or perhaps they change artistically and the track no longer suits them. It’s disappointing to spend your time and energy on a track and never HEAR the fruits of your labour.
Q. How did you get into it?
A. I sang a lot when I was really young. I was in various choirs in elementary and middle school and then worked in an opera company when I was 13. I stopped singing for a while and took up acting but when I moved up to New York I decided to do something that felt more creative for me. I went to a lot of parties that played electronic music and really fell in love with the idea of being involved. At that point I started telling everyone I met that I was a vocalist looking for creative projects. A short period of time later, I was in the studio with one of my favourite DJs, Drop The Lime.
Q. What qualities do you admire most in a person?
A. I really admire humility, a keen awareness of one’s self and good communication skills. I work in an industry that often revolves around ego…I find that the coolest, most respected DJs, producers, artists, etc. are often also the most humble about their success. I seek the same humility in myself and in those I gather closest to me. I also think the ability to TRULY communicate is admirable. Good communication is a sign, to me, of a keen sense of one’s self. Knowing how to express yourself comes from really getting to know yourself and your place in the world.
Q. Can you pass on three tips for success to teenage girls?
1. Never give up on a dream or inspiration. If the first path you take to get there has road blocks, I guaranteeeee you that there are at least ten more paths that lead to success.
2. Never rely on anyone else. You are your own best friend, your best counsellor, your best motivator. Don’t leave the work to anyone else. You are the only person in the world with your absolute best interests in mind. It’s up to you and ONLY you to truly succeed in your ventures. So don’t sit and wait for someone to discover you!
3. Treasure yourself. Whether it’s treating your talent like a precious gift or treating your body like a temple. I think it’s limitlessly important to value yourself and your experience in the world. Honour your talent and take good care of the body that transports it!
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She has the best and motivational three tips.You could use that on any path that you are willing to take. Awesome stuff. Posted by POWERBALLIN25 "on" 08/13 "at"12:24 AM |
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Im going to pass this on to my mate! she is really into this stuff and this interview is quiet interesting, i also told her about your new competition! =) Posted by Xxc0rtxX "on" 08/12 "at"02:59 PM |
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Thanks heaps for this, I’ve dreamed of being a singer/model/actress since I was a little kid and soooo many people have told me I can’t do it, but now I’m planning on ringing a vocal instructor tomorrow and I’m finally following my dreams:) Posted by 10662 "on" 01/23 "at"08:57 PM |
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